Tag: Board of Supervisors
Supervisors approve upgrade for Shell station on Backlick Road
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on March 18 approved a zoning special exception to permit a major redevelopment of a Shell service station property at 5533 Backlick Road in the Springfield area of Mason District. Petroleum Marketing Group (PMG) plans to demolish the auto repair shop on the property, add a 4,000-square-foot convenience store, … Continued
Board of Supervisors to hold a hearing on a proposed meals tax
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors agreed on March 18 to authorize a public hearing on a meals tax. The hearing, scheduled for April 22, would consider an amendment to the Fairfax County Code to impose a food and beverage tax of up to 4 percent on meals sold by restaurants and caterers. If the … Continued
BoS urges Youngkin to oppose Trump’s attacks on federal workers
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on March 4 approved a letter to Gov. Youngkin urging him to step up for Virginians affected by the Trump administration’s actions to slash the size of the federal government. “We urge the governor to take action to prevent further attacks on Virginia’s federal workers and private sector contractors,” … Continued
BoS urged to act on illegal dumping
The Fairfax County Environmental Quality Advisory Council is urging county leaders to take action to curb illegal dumping along roadways and in parks, streams, and neighborhoods. EQAC recommends the Board of Supervisors assign a county agency to take on a leadership role for eliminating illegal dumping. It also calls for better signage at dump sites … Continued
Jan. 21 designated a Day of Racial Healing
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a proclamation declaring Jan. 21, 2025, as a Day of Racial Healing. The resolution calls upon “all residents to participate in programs and activities that reflect our shared humanity and join ongoing efforts to create a more equitable and inclusive community for everyone.” The National Day of Racial … Continued
Supervisors fault VDOT for snow failures
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Jan. 14 passed a resolution calling for VDOT to improve its snowplowing operations. After a blizzard dropped 5 to 9 inches of snow on Fairfax County on Jan. 6, VDOT failed to do an adequate job of clearing the streets, said Supervisor James Bierman (Dranesville). VDOT, not Fairfax … Continued
Herrity is running for lieutenant governor
Fairfax County Supervisor Pat Herrity of Springfield announced on Jan. 3 that he is campaigning for lieutenant governor of Virginia. The sole Republican on the Board of Supervisors, Herrity calls for “a continuation of the conservative legacy established by Governor Youngkin, Lieutenant Governor Sears, and Attorney General Miyares.” Sears is running for governor, and Jason … Continued
BoS considers banning vape shops near schools
The Board of Supervisors approved a motion on Dec. 3 to explore options for prohibiting new vape and tobacco shops near schools.
County projects a dire budget picture
Fairfax County’s budget forecast for FY 2026 projects a $292.7 million shortfall, due to declining office property values, rising employee compensation, and limited revenue growth.
BoS seeks review of Trump proposals that would harm Fairfax County
The Board of Supervisors on Nov. 19 directed County Executive Bryan Hill to review options the board could take prepare for and respond to actions by the Trump administration “that will have a negative impact on Fairfax County residents.”
Board approves childcare facility in Annandale
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 8 approved the expansion of a childcare facility in Annandale.
Supervisors pass zoning ordinance on data centers
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a zoning ordinance on Sept. 10 regulating the development of data centers.
Supervisors to vote on data centers
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors’ upcoming vote on data centers, scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 10, could have huge consequences on the future of Mason District and the rest of the county.
Board delays decision on data centers
A Board of Supervisors again delayed a decision on data centers, this time because the staff failed to follow the requirements for public notification.
County expands eligibility for affordable homeownership
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a measure to lower the eligibility threshold for the county’s affordable homeownership program.